Changes in QCVN on Wastewater: Do businesses need to renovate their wastewater treatment systems?

Nanoen – An increase in sludge treatment cost may be associated with higher sludge generation, excessive moisture content after dewatering, sludge collection frequency, or external treatment and disposal charges.

Nanoen – A lack of available space does not mean a business must rebuild its entire wastewater treatment system. When production capacity increases, the priority is not to rush into adopting new technology, but rather to identify the limitations of the existing system. Pinpointing bottlenecks allows the business to maximize the use of current infrastructure, avoid unnecessary investment, and select a capacity-expansion solution that aligns with actual operating conditions.

Nanoen – QCVN 14:2025/BTNMT introduces new requirements for domestic and municipal wastewater discharges, prompting many businesses to reassess whether their existing treatment systems can continue to comply. This review should go beyond comparing a single effluent test result against the standard; it should consider actual flow and pollutant loads, process configuration, equipment condition, operating stability, available space, and retrofit options. This article outlines the key items businesses should examine before deciding whether to optimize operations, retrofit specific components, or upgrade the system.

Nanoen – Many wastewater treatment systems are designed based on the influent characteristics available during the design stage. However, when the actual wastewater flow rate, composition, or characteristics deviate from the original design assumptions, the system may experience shock loading and pH fluctuations, resulting in unstable treatment performance and inconsistent effluent quality.

Nanoen – Every wastewater treatment system possesses its own specific operational characteristics, requiring technical staff to not only master technology principles but also regularly update knowledge and share practical experience to enhance operational efficiency